Gatorland announces Seventh Annual Holiday Ho, Ho, Ho-Down Christmas Event

Popular Holiday Event features Holiday Tunes, Craft Vendors, and

Interactive Holiday Characters and Gator Claus - Starting Dec. 5, and on select dates through Dec. 20.

There’s festive fun for everyone at Gatorland’s 7th Annual Holiday Ho, Ho, Ho-down, taking place December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20. 

Gatorland's signature holiday extravaganza unfolds with a delightful mix of holiday tunes, festive displays, interactive characters, and an array of tempting seasonal treats available for purchase. Capture the essence of a distinctive Florida holiday by snapping a photo with Gator Claus. Meet the mischievous Krampus Croc and sing along with the Florida Skunk Ape as he performs his favorite “Cryptid carols.”  

Explore a delightful variety of unique arts and crafts vendors, offering a treasure trove of one-of-a-kind holiday gifts perfect for everyone on your list. Complete your shopping adventure with a stop at the renowned Gatorland gift shop, where you’ll discover exclusive items and signature Gatorland style collectables to make your holiday season unforgettable!

All this and all the alligators, wildlife, and the crowd-pleasing shows that have made Gatorland one of Florida’s most beloved attractions since 1949.

Mark McHugh, President and CEO of Gatorland, affirms, "Our Holiday Ho, Ho, Ho-Down has become a favorite family tradition for our visitors. Park guests love our holiday magic with that special Gatorland charm – it’s the kind of fun y’all won’t find anywhere!” Join in for a season filled with fun, smiles, and lasting memories, capturing the holiday spirit of Gatorland at its best.

Be sure to stop by Gatorland’s newest venue, the Guzzlin’ Gator Waterin’ Hole for special holiday libations and unique craft beers.

Orlando offers a magical choice of events to celebrate the holidays, including light-up events, parades, movie nights, concerts, and more. Check out our 2026 Guide to Christmas and Holiday Events in Orlando.

Gatorland combines Old Florida charm with exciting experiences, exhibits, and entertainment. Originally opened as a roadside attraction in 1949, the park celebrated its 75th Anniversary in 2024.

Today the iconic park provides affordably priced family fun featuring thousands of alligators and crocodiles, wild bird sanctuary with observation tower, popular capybara encounter, a free-flight aviary, nature walk, petting zoo, educational wildlife programs, award-winning gift shop, Florida’s best train ride, Gator Gully Splash Park, on-site restaurant, and one-of-a-kind shows including Gator Jumparoo, Alligators-Legends of the Swamp, and Up-close Encounters. Popular adventure experiences include the Screamin’ Gator Zipline, Stompin’ Gator Off-Road Adventure, and the Croc Rock Adventure.

The 125-acre award-winning theme park has been voted by Orlando Weekly readers as the Best Attraction That’s Not a Theme Park every year since 2016, Best Wildlife Preserve 2023 by Orlando Style Magazine, and Best Hidden Gem 2023 by Watermark Magazine. In addition, the Screamin’ Gator Zipline has been voted “Best Zipline in the USA” by AOL Travel and “Best Zipline or Ropes Course in Orlando” by Orlando Weekly readers every year since 2019. 

For more Gatorland info., visit us online at www.gatorland.com or call 800-393-JAWS.  

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